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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Stuyvesant Town/PCV vs University Heights

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Manhattan|Bronx

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

Manhattan

University Heights

Bronx

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in University Heights, which is served by 1 subway line compared to 0 in Stuyvesant Town/PCV.

Median Sale Price
$0
$218K
Median Rent
$6K
$2K
Active Listings
0
20
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-4.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
5

Detailed Comparison

MetricStuyvesant Town/PCVUniversity Heights
Median Sale Price$0$217,500
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$5,672$2,000
Active Listings020
Rental Inventory4917
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share0.0%5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume15
YoY Price Change0.0%-4.0%
YoY Rent Change+6.5%+11.1%
YoY Inventory Change0.0%+17.6%
Subway LinesN/A1

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Stuyvesant Town/PCV moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -4.0% in University Heights. Both markets have seen price softening, with University Heights declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village is a postwar planned residential complex spanning 80 landscaped acres between 14th and 23rd Streets along the East River in Manhattan. The development contains 11,250 apartments in 110 red-brick buildings set on car-free paths with playgrounds, sports courts, and a private oval green. The L train at First Avenue, the 6 train at 23rd Street, and the M14 crosstown bus provide transit connections.

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University Heights

University Heights is a Bronx neighborhood anchored by Bronx Community College (on the former NYU campus) and the Hall of Fame for Great Americans. Housing stock features pre-war apartment buildings and contemporary developments, with 4 train service along Jerome Avenue.

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Transit Access

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

No subway data available

University Heights

1

207 St (1) — 0.7 mi

Dyckman St (1) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

Stuyvesant Town/PCV for sale

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University Heights for sale

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Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated: 1/1/1970.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stuyvesant Town/PCV cheaper than University Heights?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Stuyvesant Town/PCV or University Heights?
Stuyvesant Town/PCV has access to 0 subway lines and University Heights has 1, making University Heights the stronger option for transit access. Stuyvesant Town/PCV has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Stuyvesant Town/PCV or University Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Stuyvesant Town/PCV and University Heights both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in Stuyvesant Town/PCV or University Heights?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Stuyvesant Town/PCV and University Heights gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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